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This swing chart is the perfect vehicle to give your group the change to move past the blues. The strong melody couples perfectly with the solid ensemble writing to create an abundance of teaching opp...

The plunger has been an important effect in jazz since Duke Ellington's band made it a staple in their repertoire. This swing chart gives developing groups a great chance to learn about this unique te...

This straight-ahead swinger was written for medium easy groups, but will work perfectly with groups at many levels. The solid ensemble writing and the blues-based changes will appeal to more experienc...

Commissioned by the Loveland, Ohio, Music Boosters for their high school jazz band, this blues tune gives directors a great opportunity to teach developing ensembles many of the most basic swing figur...

The title says it all! This catchy, hard-swinging trumpet section feature will provide excitement for any concert setting. From the opening bar, through the solos, and into the shout chorus, you won't...

Commissioned by the jazz division of the Illinois Music Educators Association for their All-State Jazz Ensemble in the year 2000, this medium-advanced, bright swing chart holds challenges for all. Fro...

Commissioned by the jazz division of the Illinois Music Educators Association for their All-State Jazz Ensemble in the year 2000, this medium-advanced, bright swing chart holds challenges for all. Fro...

Commissioned by the Jazz Division of the Illinois Music Educators Association for the 2006 Illinois All-State Jazz Ensemble, this heartfelt tribute to Frank Mantooth is an excellent programming choice...

Commissioned by the Jazz Division of the Illinois Music Educators Association for the 2006 Illinois All-State Jazz Ensemble, this heartfelt tribute to Frank Mantooth is an excellent programming choice...

Bring It On is a straight-ahead swinger that burns from the opening notes to the final chord. With a strong melody, a sizzling unison ensemble line and lots of full ensemble, this one will have the au...

Bring It On is a straight-ahead swinger that burns from the opening notes to the final chord. With a strong melody, a sizzling unison ensemble line and lots of full ensemble, this one will have the au...

Doug Beach has crafted a dramatic ballad the features either Alto Saxophone or Trumpet. The haunting melody over minor changes will be an excellent showcase for your soloist. Doug uses a variety of co...

A lyrical melody and beautiful harmonies combine to create a poignant showcase for trumpet or flugelhorn soloist (written lines included for soloists lacking improvisation experience). Lush voicings e...

With a tip of the hat to the great Neal Hefti, this chart is exactly the type of ballad that the Count was famous for. Featuring mostly full ensemble work, this medium level original asks for everyone...

This hard driving shuffle will be a hit with groups at many levels. The combination of a strong melody, an infectious groove and an open solo section make this a winning choice for any program. And, t...

Featuring killer ensemble work, a strong melody, sax soli, an open solo section (as written or ad lib) and a memorable finish, this hard-driving shuffle will ignite any program. A great workout for ev...

Featuring killer ensemble work, a strong melody, sax soli, an open solo section (as written or ad lib) and a memorable finish, this hard-driving shuffle will ignite any program. A great workout for ev...

Commissioned by friends and colleagues of noted music educator Cliff Kaminsky, this medium level piece is dedicated to his memory. This hard driving shuffle has plenty of ensemble work for everyone an...

Commissioned by friends and colleagues of noted music educator Cliff Kaminsky, this medium level piece is dedicated to his memory. This hard driving shuffle has plenty of ensemble work for everyone an...

Just as you'd expect to find at a late night diner, this chart serves up a slow, greasy blues -- according to Doug Doug Beach, "the greasier, the better!" All is built around a down-home, 12/8 feel wi...

With a driving groove from the rhythm section, a strong melody and blues based harmonies, this shuffle for medium level groups is equally great as an opener or closer. An open solo section features an...

With a driving groove from the rhythm section, a strong melody and blues based harmonies, this shuffle for medium level groups is equally great as an opener or closer. An open solo section features an...

This music was commissioned by the Nebraska State Bandmasters Association for their 2022 8th Grade All-State Band. Clocking in at a medium swing tempo of 136, you will find this chart filled with soli...

Commissioned by the Sioux Falls (SD) Middle School All City Jazz Band and the Sioux Falls Jazz and Blues Society, this chart combines two of the most important styles in jazz -- Latin and swing. Solid...

Doug Beach has given us many great Latin charts over the years, and this medium level release is no exception. Fashioned after the music of Horace Silver, this driving Latin tune features a wonderful...